Safety rules for handling pyrotechnic belt tensioners

Testing, removing, installing and repair work may ONLY be performed by qualified personnel.
When connecting the belt tensioner unit, all mechanical parts (including those of the three-point seat belt) must be properly attached.
Only the person carrying out repairs to belt tensioner is allowed to be in vehicle.
Belt tensioner components may neither be opened nor repaired; always use new parts.

Belt tensioner units which have been dropped from a height of more than 50 cm must not be installed in a vehicle.
Belt tensioner units which are mechanically damaged (dents, fractures) must be replaced.
The belt tensioner unit must be installed IMMEDIATELY after removal from transport container.
If the work is interrupted, the belt tensioner unit should again be placed in its transport container.

Never point open end of belt tensioner at another person.
Always wash hands after handling belt tensioners which have been activated.
Storage and transportation are subject to the legislation for explosive substances.
It is not permitted to leave the belt tensioner unit unattended.

The belt tensioner unit must not be treated with grease, cleaning or similar agents, nor may it be exposed to temperatures above 100° C, even for short periods.